Despite war, 70% of Gaza periphery residents returned home
The development underscores a cautious but determined step toward normalcy amidst continued unrest and the threat of sporadic rocket fire from Gaza.
Gaza War
US agrees to send more bombs, warplanes to Israel
The United States has been rushing air defenses and munitions to Israel, but some Democrats and Arab American groups have criticized the Biden administration's steadfast support of Israel, which they say provides it with a sense of impunity.
Families of hostages lament independence celebrations, want 'hostages to light torches'
Relatives of Israelis still held in Gaza react to the New York Times interview of released hostage Amit Soussana, in which she shared the harrowing experience and sexual abuse she endured at the hands of Hamas.
NYT: Israel using sophisticated facial recognition to spot terrorists in Gaza
According to multiple Israeli intelligence sources speaking on condition of anonymity to the Times, Abu Toha's face was captured, scanned, and mistakenly matched to a list of wanted individuals, despite him merely being a civilian trying to travel to Egypt.
'Israel will not surrender to Hamas' delusional demands'
Netanyahu sounds defiant tone after UN passes ceasefire resolution.
PM calls off delegation to Washington after US abstains on UNSC resolution
US warns the resolution could hurt negotiations to halt hostilities.
Rocket barrage on Ashdod, first since January
The IDF says two of the rockets were intercepted, with the rest having apparently landed in open areas.
Israeli officials worry US stance hurts chances to pressure Hamas
Gallant is expected to meet with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, CIA Director William Burns, and Middle East envoy Amos Hochstein in his visit to Washington this week.
US warns of 'consequences' if Israel invades Rafah
When pressed if there would be "consequences" from the US if Israel proceeds with the Rafah invasion despite opposition, US Vice President Kamala Harris said bluntly: "I am ruling out nothing."
IDF hits dozens of targets in fresh Khan Younis assault
The aircraft struck several terror targets in western Khan Younis and eliminated terrorists who were hiding in nearby apartments close to the forces. Additionally, the Armored Corps detected explosive devices, grenades, RPG missiles, and mortar shells hidden in UNRWA sacks inside a residential building.